Companies like Chevron, Occidental and Exxon Mobil are all capable of doing this kind of deal, so the Permian and Eagle Ford assets will be an easy sale.In BHP Hires Barclays, Citi for U.S. Shale Gas Divestment
It is important to add new directors to Occidental's Board of Directors to oversee future extraordinary transactions like the Anadarko transaction and to ensure that they are not consummated without stockholder approval when appropriate.In Carl Icahn Steps up his Fight with Occidental over Anadarko Deal, Wants 4 Board Seats
The fact that shareholders are seemingly being prevented from opining on a transformational and controversial transaction, along with the self-evident complexity of the consent solicitation process, suggests that a more open and thorough debate regarding Occidental's strategic direction and overall governance would be beneficial.In Carl Icahn Wins ISS Support for Initial Step to Shake Up Occidental